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American Airlines Business Class | Is it worth it?

Charles On Travels
Charles On Travels
Casual
👁️ 73K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 6:53

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Editorial Summary

The creator reviews an American Airlines business class flight from Puerto Rico to Miami on an Airbus A321. The journey begins with significant delays at the airport, leading the travelers to use a Priority Pass lounge which they describe as busy and small. Upon boarding, the experience is complicated by a medical emergency where a passenger faints due to cabin heat, requiring the aircraft to taxi back to the gate. Despite these setbacks, the creator finds the seat comfortable with useful storage and charging ports. The onboard entertainment is accessed via personal devices rather than seatback screens. Dining includes a chicken parmesan meal which the creator describes as hearty and tasty. The cabin crew provides friendly and informal service throughout the flight. The trip concludes with an aborted landing before finally arriving in Miami. The creator concludes that the product is positive despite the various issues, though they express confusion regarding whether the service should be classified as business class or domestic first class.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the delay wasn't a problem at all um obviously the delay in the airport wasn't great but once we were on board the plane it was really comfy we were actually having quite a nice time

the crew in general delivered a really friendly and informal service throughout the flight

my overal thoughts on the flight are really positive which is quite remarkable given the number of delays we had

Creator's Tips & Advice

Pre-order your meal to avoid missing out on preferred options.
Use your own device for in-flight entertainment as there are no screens.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs American Airlines Business Class worth the upgrade?
QIs this flight considered Business Class or First Class?

Port Highlights

Miami
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